Buhrna
Restricted to drying beds of tanks, rivers and other water bodies, it is a
herbaceous whitish-tomentose much branched herb with crisped {eaves having recurved margins. Flower yellow and solitary. Fruit is an oblong achene. Pappus much longer than achenes. Flowering and fruiting in Sept. to March.
Part used: Whole plant
Usage: Whole plant is pounded in hot water and filtrate is used to cure
jaundice, pneumonia, fever, cold and cough. Bruised leaves applied over
forehead provide relief in headache. The young stem bark is tied as bandage over cuts and wounds for early healing.
Agrotechniques: No specific Agrotechniques are available as it is a commonly occurring weed.